Minori Golf course, part of the Taiheiyo Golf group, was opened in April 2002, and has been growing in stature ever since.
Designed by Shunji Kurakami, the Minori course measures 6983-yards from the championship tees and has a par of 72.
It has a regal feel about it with towering trees lining the fairways and Japanese groves creating a mysterious ambience especially with the rising morning fogs. It is somehow reminiscent of the grand US PGA courses but with additional Japanese charm and tranquillity.
Built on the Kanto Plain the 18-holes are relatively flat with few undulations, but the use of water hazards, Japanese Groves, bunkers and towering trees have come together culminating in the superb Minori Golf Club.
Fairways are wider than they appear between the trees but that is the intelligence of the design.
In general, the greens are large and although not heavily undulating the subtle contours will catch out many a golfer, especially those that do not heed the advice of the highly knowledgeable caddies.
Minori is a course for all, challenging enough for the experienced golfer, but also forgiving enough for the higher handicap.
Practice facilities include a short-game area, putting green and a driving range adequate enough for warming up or improving your game.
The clubhouse is well appointed and offers everything a visiting golfer would require.